UK · VAT

HMRC-compliant VAT invoicing, with your VAT registration number included

Invoices that follow HMRC's VAT invoice requirements without extra setup.

HMRC expects UK VAT invoices to show your VAT registration number, a unique sequential invoice number, the time of supply, and the applicable rate — standard, reduced, or zero — per line item. StashBill applies the right rate and formats the invoice to what HMRC expects once your VAT number is on file.

What StashBill configures for you

VAT registration number
Your VAT Reg. No. appears on every invoice, formatted the way HMRC expects.
Standard, reduced & zero rates
Apply 20% standard, 5% reduced, or 0% zero-rated VAT per item as your catalogue requires.
HMRC-compliant layout
Invoice totals and tax breakdowns follow the structure HMRC's VAT invoice rules require.
Digital record-keeping
Invoices are stored digitally in a format that supports Making Tax Digital record-keeping.

What an invoice looks like in UK

VAT invoices with your VAT registration number, formatted to HMRC requirements.

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Invoice #INV-1042
UK · VAT
VAT Reg. No. GB123456789
VAT 20% · HMRC-compliant layout
Total2,340.00

UK VAT tax invoice requirements

The fields UK's tax authority expects on a VAT tax invoice — StashBill fills each one in for you.

FieldWhat it must show
Invoice numberUnique, sequential identification number.
DatesTime of supply (tax point), and invoice date if different.
Seller detailsName, address, and VAT registration number.
Customer detailsName or trading name, and address.
Line detailsDescription of goods or services, quantity, unit price excluding VAT, and VAT rate for each line.
DiscountsAny discount offered.
TotalsTotal excluding VAT, total VAT charged, and total including VAT.

Key VAT facts for UK

  • VAT rates are 20% standard, 5% reduced, and 0% zero-rated.
  • A simplified VAT invoice can be issued for supplies of £250 or less including VAT; above that, or if the customer asks, a full VAT invoice is required.
  • VAT invoices must normally be issued within 30 days of the date of supply or payment.
Official sources

Last reviewed 19 October 2026. Tax rules change — confirm current requirements with the source above or your accountant.

Frequently asked

Invoices are kept as digital records in a format that supports Making Tax Digital record-keeping requirements.

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